Dark circles under your eyes can be just as aging as wrinkles. People often think darker, bruised-looking skin is the result of insufficient sleep and all-night partying. However, more common causes are dehydration, sinus problems, sun exposure, aging and genetics, according to MayoClinic.com. The easiest way to solve this issue usually involves simple treatments you can try at home. If the problem persists, though, you should ask your doctor for advice on the best solution for your needs.
Step 1
Drink more water. Your body will hold on to water when you're dehydrated. This can give you a bloated appearance, especially where your skin is most sensitive or delicate, such as the area around your eyes, according to eyecarebasics.com. Puffy eyelids can cast a shadow on the thin skin under your eyes, giving the appearance of dark circles. Drinking at least eight glasses of water a day will keep your skin hydrated so it doesn't need to retain water. Water also flushes out toxins and promotes good circulation--all of which can help prevent or reduce panda eyes.
Step 2
Protect your skin. Over-exposure to the sun causes your skin to produce more of the darkening agent melanin. While this may give you a healthy glow on other parts of your body, it has a tendency to turn the delicate skin under your eyes a gray-blue color, according to MayoClinic.com. Apply sunscreen as part of your daily skin care routine. Wear sunglasses that are big enough to cover the skin under your eyes.
Step 3
Freeze fresh parsley and water in an ice cube tray. Parsley contains chlorophyll, which is a natural skin lightener, while the ice will make the blood vessels withdraw from the skin's surface to reduce puffiness, according to Natural Eye Care. Dab the parsley ice cubes gently over the area surrounding your eyes--don't press down firmly.
Step 4
Plump your pillows. If you wake up in the morning with a puffy face, you may benefit from an extra pillow or two, advises MayoClinic.com. Elevate your head slightly when you sleep to ensure blood doesn't pool around your face overnight. When it does, it can give the thin skin under your eyes a darker appearance because the blood vessels are close to the surface. Your lower eyelids also can swell up, creating a shadowy effect. Use one thick pillow, or a couple of thinner ones, to keep your head slightly above your heart when you sleep. This remedy also helps if you suffer from sinusitis; it encourages mucus to drain away from your nose and helps clear your nasal passages. Congested nasal passages also may cause darker pigmentation under your eyes.
Things You'll Need
- Water
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Fresh parsley
- Ice cube tray
- Pillows
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